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Amazfit GTR 2e, GTS 2e with built-in GPS, temperature sensor launched in Nepal

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March 3, 2023

Amazfit GTR 2e, GTS 2e with built-in GPS, temperature sensor launched in Nepal

Amazfit launched the GTR 2e and GTS 2e smartwatches back in January. And they have finally made their way into Nepal. Both devices come as a cheaper alternative to the GTR 2 and GTS 2 which are already available in Nepal. For the most part, they offer near-identical features to their expensive cousins. However, for a price cut, Amazfit has had to cut down some features too. Allow me to discuss the Amazfit GTR 2e and GTS 2e smartwatch along with their respective price in Nepal.

Amazfit GTR 2e Overview:

Similar to the GTR 2, the 2e has a round dial as well. It comes with a 2.5D curved surface borderless design. You get two buttons on the side of the 1.39″ AMOLED display. Furthermore, the screen has tempered glass protection and an anti-fingerprint coating.

The GTR 2e is available only in a single Sport version. Thus, you get a titanium alloy case only and not the stainless steel one. However, it still comes with a 5ATM waterproof rating.

Coming from the Amazfit GTR 2, one of the main features that have been dropped in the GTR 2e is the speaker. As a result, you won’t be able to make calls over Bluetooth and the built-in music player feature is not there either. Moreover, there is no WiFi connectivity support too.

Other than that, the core features remain pretty much the same. You get notification support for Android and iOS, watch faces, and music playback control. For fitness tracking, it uses the same BioTracker 2 optical sensor. It helps to measure heart rate and SpO2.

Similarly, the built-in GPS and GLONASS help track outdoor activities like running, swimming, and so on. In terms of fitness tracking, it has 90 built-in sport modes with smart recognition. A new feature on this one is the temperature monitoring system. It shows you the graph of your temperature readings along with your current ambient temperature.

Also Read: Amazfit GTR 2, GTS 2, GTS 2 mini launched in Nepal

Under the hood, it has the same 471mAh battery. However, with features cut-out, the battery backup should be more. Amazfit claims that you can get 24 days in typical usage. That is a bold claim so we’ll have to try it out to see what it offers in reality. The charging time is rated at 2.5 hours to get from 0 to 100%.

Amazfit GTR 2e Specifications:

Dimension: 46.5 x 46.5 x 10.8mm
Display: 1.39-inches AMOLED; 2.5D curved surface borderless design
Resolution: 454 x 454 pixels
Battery: 471mAh
Battery Life: 24 days
Water Resistance Level: 5ATM (5m/160ft)
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0
Sensors: Biotracker PPG optical heart rate, in-built GPS
Sports Mode: 90 (smart recognition for 6 sports mode)
Health Tracking: 24-hour heart rate, SpO2, PAI, Sleep Monitoring

Amazfit GTS 2e Overview:

Moving on, GTS 2e comes with a rectangular dial and a single button on the side. However, it too has a 2.5D curved surface borderless design, tempered glass protection alongside an anti-fingerprint coating. Its 1.65″ AMOLED screen has a 341 PPI pixel density and a resolution of 384 x 442 pixels.

Likewise, the Amazfit GTS 2e an aluminum alloy body with a plastic matte bottom case. Furthermore, like the GTS 2, this one too is 5ATM water-resistant. Overall, its design gives out a bit of Apple Watch vibes and is elegant to look at.

GTS 2e uses the same BioTracker 2 sensor that we talked about in the GTR 2e. It helps you track your heart rate and SpO2 levels. Furthermore, it offers similar features such as a PAI health assessment system, sleep quality tracking, and stress monitoring.

Also Read: Best budget smartwatches in Nepal under NPR 10K

Unlike the GTS 2, this one has a temperature sensor. You also get 90 built-in sports modes, an offline voice assistant, and call notifications. However, the Amazfit GTS 2e lacks a speaker so you’ll not be able to make calls.

This smartwatch has a 246mAh battery inside. It is rated to last 14 days with typical use, 24 days with basic use, and 7 days with heavy use. And it takes about 2 hours to completely charge the device.

Amazfit GTS 2e Specifications:

Dimension: 42.8 x 35.6 x 9.7mm
Display: 1.65-inches; 2.5D curved surface borderless design
Resolution: 348 x 442 pixels
Battery: 246mAh
Battery Life: 14 days
Water Resistance Level: 5ATM (5m/160ft)
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0
Sensors: Biotracker PPG optical heart rate, in-built GPS
Sports Mode: 90 (smart recognition for 6 sports mode)
Health Tracking: 24 heart rate, SpO2, PAI, Sleep Monitoring

Amazfit GTR 2e, GTS 2e Price in Nepal

The price of both the Amazfit GTR 2e and GTS 2e smartwatch in Nepal was Rs. 15,499. Recently, the GTS one has dropped to Rs. 12,999. You can buy them in Nepal from Hukut Store.

Smartwatches	Price in Nepal	Availability
Amazfit GTR 2e	NPR 15,499	Hukut Store
Amazfit GTS 2e	NPR 17,569	Hukut Store

Watch: Our pick for the best budget smartwatches (2021)

ZTE Nubia’s first AR glass lands with omnidirectional speakers

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March 3, 2023

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ZTE Nubia’s first AR glass lands with omnidirectional speakers

ZTE has unveiled its first AR (Augmented Reality) glass under the Nubia branding at MWC 2023, alongside the Nubia Pad 3D tablet. The Nubia Neovision glass comes with some impressive features like a Micro-OLED screen, myopic correction, and more. Let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of ZTE Nubia Neovison AR glass in Nepal.

ZTE Nubia Neovision AR Glass Overview:

The first AI glass from ZTE is built on a Smart Choice model of TQSKY, an XR startup based in China. For a quick note, XR stands for Extended Reality which includes Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, and Mixed Reality. It provides an immersive human-to-PC screen interface with a mix of the aforementioned technologies.

Micro OLED Screen

But the Neovision is an AR (Augmented Reality) Glass with a micro OLED screen and a PPI of 3500. You can project the images directly from your phone onto a virtual 120-inch screen in 1920×1080 resolution. It is compatible with tablets, laptops, game consoles (XBOX, PS5, Switch), and drones, says ZTE. The display has 1800 nits of brightness and offers a field of view of 43 degrees.

Moreover, the display screen is integrated through multi-layer lenses which will allow users to view content without obstructing their line of sight. And the eyewear is also TÜVRheinland certified for Flicker Free & Low Blue Light technology. You can turn this into a personal mobile theatre, mobile gaming center, or office space, as per ZTE.

Hi-Res Audio Certified Speakers

Moving along, the AR glass from Nubia equips dual omnidirectional speakers. It’s Hi-Res Audio-certified and comes infused with a cyclonic sound tank for reducing mechanical reverberation. Likewise, the speaker boasts a sampling rate of more than 44.1kHz and a bit depth of more than 16 bits. ZTE claims an immersive experience with lossless audio quality here.

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Design

The eyewear is pretty lightweight at 79g. What’s more interesting is that it also supports myopic correction from 0-500 degrees. Hence, users with nearsightedness can adjust the screen as per their lens power.

ZTE Nubia Neovision AR Glass Specifications:

Design: Lightweight design, 79g
Display: Micro-OLED screen, 120″ AR screen, 1080p HD resolution, 1800nits peak brightness, 43 degrees FOV
Myopic Adjustments: Yes, 0-500°
Speakers: Dual omnidirectional speakers with a cyclonic sound tank
Compatibility: Smartphones, game consoles, drones

ZTE Nubia Neovision AR Glass Price in Nepal

As of now, ZTE is yet to reveal the price of the AR glass. We’ll update the article with the expected ZTE Nubia Neovision AR Glass price in Nepal as and when the details go official.

Meanwhile, check out our review of the HiFuture EY+ Glasses.

Budget-friendly HP Laptop 14s with 12th Gen Intel CPU now in Nepal

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March 2, 2023

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Budget-friendly HP Laptop 14s with 12th Gen Intel CPU now in Nepal

Recently HP has been popular among budget gamers with the Victus 15. The brand now looks to carry the success over to the traditional notebook segment. It has just launched a budget laptop with 12th Gen Intel CPUs. So, let’s get into the specs, features, price, and availability of HP Laptop 14s in Nepal.

HP Laptop 14s Overview:

Design and Display

Let’s start with the design. As an entry-level notebook, the HP 14s features a plastic body. It is 18mm thick and weighs around 1.5 kg. So, it’s pretty portable and comes in three color options, namely Black, White, and Gold.

The lid has the company’s branding at the center and lifting it, you are greeted with the 14” HD LCD screen. It boasts 45% NTSC coverage and can get as bright as 250 nits. There is a slight protrusion above the screen which houses the HD webcam with dual-array microphones.

Performance and Memory

The HP Notebook 14s brings the hybrid architecture of the 12th Gen Intel CPUs. Technically, you can go as high up to Core i5-1235U, but it is the cheaper Intel Core i3-1215U model which is currently available in Nepal. HP offers the laptop in 4GB and 8GB variants and both ship with 256GB of SSD.

Rest of the Specs

Fueling the HP Notebook 14s is a 3-cell 41Wh Li-ion battery and you get a 45W adapter in the box. With the fast-charging support, the laptop can go from 0 to 50% in 45 minutes. The I/O option is decent too. There are three USB ports to the right, including a Type-C. In addition, there is an HDMI, an SD card slot, a combined audio jack, and a DC-in.

Meanwhile, check out all the specs and prices of HP laptops in Nepal

HP Laptop 14s Specifications:

Design & Build: Plastic build, 32.4W x 22.5D x 1.79H-cm, 1.46 kg
Display: 14-inches anti-glare LCD, 45% NTSC color gamut, 250 nits
Resolution: HD (1366×768) resolution
Keyboard: Full-size
Processor: 12th Gen Intel Alder Lake CPU i3-1215U / Core i5-1235U
RAM: 4/8GB DDR4 RAM @3200MHz
Storage: 256GB M.2 PCIe NVMe SSD
Graphics: Intel Irix Xe (integrated)
Audio: Dual speakers
Battery: 3-cell 41 Watt-hours Li-Ion battery, Fast Charge
Power Supply: 45W AC adapter
Webcam: HP True Vision 720p HD camera
Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (1×1), Bluetooth 4.2
I/O ports: 1x USB Type-C (5Gbps), 2x USB Type-A (5Gbps), 1x 3.5mm mic/headphone jack, 1x SD card reader, 1x AC smart pin

HP Laptop 14s Price in Nepal and Availability

The price of the HP Laptop 14s in Nepal starts at Rs. 51,490 for the base variant with 4GB RAM and 256GB SSD. Likewise, the 8GB variant costs Rs. 57,990 in Nepal. You can buy the laptop from LDS and other computer stores across Nepal.

HP Laptop 14s	Price in Nepal	Availability
14” HD, Intel Core i3-1215U, 4GB RAM, 256GB SSD	Rs. 51,490	Out of Stock
14” HD, Intel Core i3-1215U, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD	Rs. 57,990	Out of Stock

Meanwhile, check out our HP Envy x360 13″ review.

ZTE’s new “Nubia Pad 3D” tablet provides glasses-free 3D experience

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March 2, 2023

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ZTE’s new “Nubia Pad 3D” tablet provides glasses-free 3D experience

ZTE has unveiled the Nubia Pad 3D at MWC 2023. What’s interesting about it is that it’s the industry’s first tablet that provides a 3D viewing experience without having to wear 3D glass. Let’s take a look at the specs, features, and expected price of ZTE Nubia Pad 3D in Nepal.

ZTE Nubia Pad 3D Overview:

To achieve this, ZTE partnered with Leia Inc, which is a company that specializes in 3D AI experiences. Ni Fei, senior vice president of ZTE Corporation and president of ZTE Mobile Devices, expresses, “ZTE, in partnership with Leia on 3D AI technology, is pleased to announce the expansion of its 5G+3D offering. With this technology, users can eyewear-free enjoy a rich, natural 3D experience.”

Immersive 3D

The Nubia Pad 3D uses Leia’s cutting-edge 3D Lightfield technology with a robust AI computing power engine. This is complemented by dual 8MP front cameras to track a user’s face and eyes for the 3D experience. Likewise, its front cameras and the dual 16MP rear cameras can create 3D photos and videos, and scan objects as well.

ZTE says this tablet can even convert 2D content like streaming media, games, and movies into immersive and unique 3D visual experiences.

Moreover, Leia’s Appstore on the Nubia Pad 3D is home to fifty 3D games and 1200+ 3D educational apps. The company has also stressed leveraging this tablet for medical support, educational, digital exhibitions, and other sectors.

Display

Moving on, the ZTE Nubia Pad 3D sports a 12.4-inch IPS LCD panel. This 2.5K screen has a 120Hz refresh rate and a 16:10 aspect ratio. And it also features a proprietary DLB (Diffractive Lightfield Backlighting) layer developed by Leia, alongside Leia’s 3D Lightfield mode.

Design

As for the build materials, this tablet has a fairly premium metal body design. The tablet is available in a single color option: Midnight Black. Whereas ZTE has also bundled it with an elegant vegan leather case of the same color.

Performance

Powering the Nubia Pad 3D is Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 chipset from 2020. The reason ZTE has used an old chip here is due to the time taken for R&D (Research & Development) of the tablet, which is said to be 2 years as per the company.

To recall, this is a Samsung-made processor with an octa-core CPU, consisting of one Cortex-X1 core at 2.84 GHz, three Cortex-A78 cores at 2.42 GHz, and four Cortex-A55 cores at 1.80 GHz. You can get this tablet with 128 or 256GB of internal storage. But although we know it features LPDDR5 RAM, ZTE hasn’t disclosed the actual amount of RAM this tablet will ship with.

Others

The Nubia Pad 3D gets its juice from a 9,700mAh battery which supports 33W fast charging. It boots on Android 13 out of the box. Other specs include an SD card slot for memory expansion, Dolby Surround speakers, etc.

ZTE Nubia Pad 3D Specifications:

Body: All-metal build quality
Display: 12.4-inches IPS LCD panel, 120Hz refresh rate, Proprietary DLB layer developed by Leia
Technology: Leia’s 3D Lightfield mode
Resolution: 2.5K (2560 x 1600 pixels)
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 5G (6nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage
Software: Android 13
Rear Camera: Dual 16MP sensors
Front Camera: Dual 8MP sensors
Audio: Quad-speaker setup, Dolby Surround sound
Security: No fingerprint sensor, 3D face unlock
Sensors: Accelerometer, Light, Magnetometer, Gyroscope
Connectivity: WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.3, USB Type-C
Battery: 9,700mAh with 33W fast charging
Color Options: Midnight Black

ZTE Nubia Pad 3D Price in Nepal and Availability

So far, ZTE has not revealed the price of the Nubia Pad 3D. However, its pre-booking will begin on March 25, 2023. We’ll update the article once all those details become available.

Meanwhile, check out our review of Redmi Pad

Vivo TWS Air with DeepX 2.0 Sound Effects & dual mic goes official

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March 2, 2023

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Vivo TWS Air with DeepX 2.0 Sound Effects & dual mic goes official

Alongside the Vivo V27 series, the company has also announced its latest wireless earbuds, the TWS Air. The earbuds come with 14.2mm drivers which are tuned by Vivo’s Golden Ear Acoustics Lab. So let’s get into the specs, features, and expected price of the Vivo TWS Air in Nepal.

Vivo TWS Air Overview:

Design

Vivo TWS Air comes with a semi an in-ear design. The buds are made of plastic and weigh 3.5 grams. And the earbuds secure an IP52 rating for dust and water splashes. The charging case is oval in shape and weighs 38.04 grams. Sadly, there’s no kind of IP rating here. The Vivo TWS Air is available in Bubble White and Bubble Blue colors.

AI Noise Reduction

The TWS Air equips a dual mic setup and Vivo claims its improved AI noise reduction algorithm offers clearer calls. Complementing it is the L-shaped earbud design that consists of anti-wind noise ducts. It aids to identify and filter sudden wind noise for clear call quality. The brand has mentioned a 45% improvement in noise reduction with this.

Audio

Moving on, the Vivo TWS Air is equipped with 14.2mm drivers. The drivers are made of Daikoku pure copper coil which delivers deeper bass and the Bio-carbon fiber composite diaphragm helps to achieve details in the mids and highs. Likewise, there is air-flow optimizing vents for amplifying the audio experience.

The wireless buds support both AAC and SBC codecs for audio. Vivo has also infused DeepX 2.0 sound effects catering to mega bass, clear voice, and clear high-pitch sound profiles. Furthermore, the earbuds can reduce latency by up to 117ms for gaming.

Connectivity and Battery

The TWS Air relies on Bluetooth 5.2 for connectivity. It uses Google Fast Pair tech for swift pairing. Powering the earbuds is a 29mAh battery that can provide up to 4.5 hours of usage time on a single charge.

Likewise, the charging case packs a 430mAh battery which gives a run time of up to 25 hours. And the buds also support fast charging. For an instance, a 10 min charge can supply 1.5 hours of music playback. While for a full charge, it takes one hour.

Vivo TWS Air Specifications:

Dimension: 30.09×18.54×16.52 mm (earbuds), 56×52×24mm (case)
Weight: 45.5g (case), 3.5g (bud)
Driver: 14.2mm dynamic drivers
Audio Codec: AAC, SBC
Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.2
Extras: DeepX 2.0 Sound Effects, 117ms low latency
AI Noise Cancellation: Yes
Battery: 29mAh (earbuds), 430mAh (case)
Runtime: 4.5 hours, up to 25 hours with charging case
Colors: Bubble White and Bubble Blue

Vivo TWS Air Price in Nepal and Availability

The official price of Vivo TWS Air in India is INR 3,999. We can expect the Vivo TWS Air price in Nepal to be 7,999, if and when it launches here.

TWS	Price in India	Expected Price in Nepal
Vivo TWS Air	INR 3,999	NPR 7,999

Meanwhile, check out our Best Budget Wireless Earbuds video

Vivo V25e receives its first price drop in Nepal

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March 2, 2023

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Vivo V25e receives its first price drop in Nepal

Vivo recently announced its latest V27 series globally, which includes three smartphones—V27 Pro, V27, and V27e. The latter is the successor to the V25e, which has now received a price drop in Nepal. So let’s get into the specs, features, availability, and updated price of the Vivo V25e in Nepal.

Vivo V25e Overview:

Design, Display

For the most part, the Vivo V25e shares a similar design to other members in this series. That means, a rectangular camera module with a color-changing back. The latter is available in the Sunrise Gold color variant whereas those who prefer a more neutral look can opt for the Diamond Black shade.

At 7.79mm in thickness and 183 grams in weight, it is also a lightweight and slim phone. On the front, the V25e flaunts a 6.44-inch Full HD+ AMOLED panel. It has a 90Hz refresh rate with a due-drop notch on the top. The screen also hosts an in-display fingerprint scanner, has 1300 nits brightness, and covers 100% P3 and 103% NTSC color gamut.

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Performance

Under the hood, the smartphone has a MediaTek Helio G99 SoC. This is the first 6 nm-based processor in Helio G-series. Still, the core architecture remains similar to the Helio G96/G95 with two Cortex-A76 cores and six Cortex-A55 cores.

The smartphone is available with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage. But Vivo only offers an 8/128GB memory variant in Nepal. Software-wise, it comes pre-installed with FunTouch OS 12 based on Android 12.

Camera

As for the cameras, there is a triple camera setup on the back consisting of a 64MP primary lens with OIS, a 2MP bokeh, and a 2MP macro unit. For selfies, the device features a 32MP camera on the aforementioned water-drop notch.

Rest of the specs

Moving on, the Vivo V25e has a 4500mAh battery and supports 44W fast charging. Network connectivity is only limited to 4G since Helio G99 only features LTE modem.

Vivo V25e Specifications:

Display: 6.44-inches AMOLED panel, 90Hz refresh rate
Resolution: FHD+ (2376 x 1080 pixels)
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G99 (6nm)
Software & UI: Android 12 with Vivo’s Funtouch OS 12 on top
Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
– 64MP primary, OIS
– 2MP bokeh lens
– 2MP macro lens
Front Camera: 32MP
Security: In-display fingerprint sensor (optical)
Battery: 4500mAh with 44W FlashCharge (wired)
Color: Sunrise Gold, Diamond Black

Vivo V25e Price in Nepal and Availability

The Vivo V25e was initially launched at Rs. 42,999 in Nepal for the single 8/128GB variant. Vivo has now slashed the price by Rs. 3000, making the new effective price Rs. 39,999. You can buy the smartphone at the official price from Hukut Store.

Vivo V25e	Price in Nepal (Official)	Availability
8/128GB	Rs. ~~42,999~~ 39,999	Hukut Store

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Vivo V25 / V25e.

Vivo V27 Pro official with MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC

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March 1, 2023

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Vivo V27 Pro official with MediaTek Dimensity 8200 SoC

Following months of teasers, Vivo has finally announced the V27 series. The lineup has three new smartphones, with V27 Pro being the premium of the bunch. Successor to the V25 Pro, the smartphone brings Dimensity 8200, and a curved AMOLED display. In this article, we will go through the specs, features, availability, and expected price of the Vivo V27 Pro in Nepal.

Vivo V27 Pro Overview:

For starters, the V27 Pro is not a smartphone made entirely from the ground up. It’s the rebranded Vivo S16 Pro, which was released in China back in December. In fact, last year’s V25 Pro resembles the China-exclusive Vivo S15 Pro in many ways. So it’s not as big of a surprise.

Design and Display

Anyway, the V27 Pro has a design language similar to the Vivo S16 Pro. There is a wide rectangular module on the back that houses three cameras and a ring LED light, which Vivo calls Aura Light. The smartphone also inherits the color-changing back from its predecessor.

This phenomenon is only available in the Magic Blue shade though. There’s another Noble Black variant that has a shimmery finish, similar to specks of light.

The device flaunts a 6.78-inch screen on the front. It’s an AMOLED display with a Full HD resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 10-bit color depth. Not to forget, the panel is curved on the sides60° to be precise—and has minimal bezels all-around. Vivo also says the one-piece frame on the smartphone is just 2.3mm thin on the sides.

Performance

Moreover, the smartphone gets its raw power from MediaTek Dimensity 8200 (4 nm) SoC. The chipset has an octa-core configuration with one Cortex-A78 ( @3.1 GHz), three Cortex-A78 (@3.0 GHz), and four Cortex-A55 ( 2.0 GHz). For instance, the Vivo S16 Pro has the same chipset.

Memory-wise, the phone comes with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 256GB of storage. Similarly, it ships with Android 13-based FunTouch OS 13 out-of-the-box.

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Cameras

The V27 Pro has a triple camera setup at the back headlined by a 50MP Sony IMX766V sensor and OIS support. An 8MP ultrawide and a 2MP macro complete the setup. Similarly, the earlier mentioned ring light detects low ambient light and adds brightness to photos. It will come in handy, especially for nighttime photography. For selfies, you get a 50MP camera in the hole-punch cutout.

Others

Fueling the smartphone is a 4600mAh battery that supports 66W charging. Biometric options include an in-display fingerprint scanner and a 2D face unlock. Dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.3, 4G LTE, and 5G are among the connectivity options.

Vivo V27 Pro Specifications:

Dimensions: 164.1 x 74.8 x 7.36 – 7.4 mm; 182 grams
Display: 6.78-inches AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+
Resolution: FHD+ (2376 x 1080 pixels)
Chipset: MediaTek Dimensity 8200 5G (4nm)
Memory: Up to 12GB LPDDR5 RAM, Up to 256GB UFS 3.1 storage
Software & UI: Android 13 with Vivo’s Funtouch on top
Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
– 50MP primary, OIS
– 8MP ultrawide lens
– 2MP macro lens
Front Camera: 50MP
Battery: 4600mAh with 66W FlashCharge (wired)
Colors: Magic Blue, Noble Black

Vivo V27 Pro Price in Nepal and Availability

As far as the price is concerned, the V27 Pro starts at INR 37,999 for the 8/128GB variant in India. Higher 8/256GB and 12/256GB model retails at INR 39,999 and INR 42,999, respectively. The smartphone is already available for pre-order in India, and the sale will begin on March 6. We expect the price of the Vivo V27 Pro to start at NPR 70,000 when it launches in Nepal.

Vivo V27 Pro	Price in India	Price in India (Expected)
8/128GB	INR 37,999	NPR 70,000
8/256GB	INR 39,999	NPR 75,000
12/256GB	INR 42,999	NPR 80,000

Meanwhile, check our full review of Vivo V23 Pro.

Honor Magic Vs with a gearless hinge has hit the global market

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March 1, 2023

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Honor Magic Vs with a gearless hinge has hit the global market

Honor has launched its latest foldable phone, the Magic Vs, to the international market. It is thinner and lighter than the company’s first-gen foldable and features a completely new sophisticated hinge mechanism. Let’s find out more about the Honor Magic Vs, including its features, specifications, expected price in Nepal, availability, and more.

Honor Magic Vs Overview:

Design

Honor has thoroughly reworked the folding mechanism here, and it now uses only four supporting components on the hinge as opposed to 92 in its predecessor. It is still claimed to be durable and sturdy as the hinge is made of aerospace-grade material and crafted through a single-piece casting process technology.

With this, Honor says that the Magic Vs has no crease in the middle of the inner screen. The folding mechanism is also rated for 400,000 folds, which is equivalent to 100 folds per day for over ten years.

Furthermore, at 12.9mm in thickness (when folded) and weighing 267 grams, it is a pretty easy phone to hold on your hands as well. You can get it in glass and vegan leather (China-only) finishes.

Display

As for the display, you’re looking at a 6.45-inch screen on the front with a 21.3:9 aspect ratio and a 90% screen-to-body ratio. This makes the device far more usable than Samsung’s earlier Z Fold devices, which were chastised for their narrow cover screen.

Anyways, the OLED panel has a resolution of 2560 x 1080 pixels and a pixel density of 431 PPI. It refreshes at up to 120Hz and has a peak brightness of 1200 nits.

When unfolded, you’re greeted with a 7.9-inch screen which oddly has a refresh rate of up to 90Hz and a brightness of up to 800 nits. Compared to the cover screen, the inner display also has a slightly lower pixel density, measuring 2272 x 1984 pixels.

The Magic Vs also adds stylus support to Honor’s foldable smartphone. However, it is only available on the device’s Ultimate Edition which is available in China only till now. The Magic Pen has a latency of only 2ms.

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Performance

Honor’s latest fold is powered by a Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC with up to 12GB of RAM and up to 512GB of storage. Its Ultimate edition comes with 16GB of RAM and 512GB of storage. For the software, the Magic Vs comes preloaded with the Android 12-based Magic UI 7.0 in China and with Android 13-based Magic UI 7.1 in the global market.

Cameras

The smartphone has three cameras on the back—the primary of which is a 54MP Sony IMX800 sensor. The other two units are a 50MP ultrawide sensor and an 8MP telephoto sensor with 3x Optical Zoom, 30x Digital zoom, and OIS. The ultrawide cameras also function as a macro shooter. Sitting inside the punch hole in the outer and inner display is a 16MP sensor for selfies.

Rest of the specs

The phone has a 5,000mAh battery, up from 4750mAh in the predecessor. Per the company, this has the largest battery in the same class of current foldable smartphones. It supports 66W Wired Honor SuperCharge fast charging, which can charge up to 100% in 46 minutes.

Honor Magic Vs Specifications:

Display:
- Outer: 6.45-inch OLED, 120Hz refresh rate, 2560 x 1080 pixels, 21.3:9 aspect ratio
- Inner: 7.9-inch Flexible OLED, 2272 x 1984 pixels, 90Hz refresh rate
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 5G (4nm mobile platform)
Main Camera: Triple;
- Primary: 54MP f/1.9 sensor
- Ultrawide: 50MP f/2.0 lens
- Telephoto: 8MP f/2.4 lens, 3x Optical Zoom, OIS
Selfie Camera (Outer/Inner): 16MP
Memory: Up to 12GB RAM with 256/512GB storage, 16/512GB (Ultimate Edition)
Software: Android 13-based Magic UI 7.1
Fingerprint Sensor: Side-mounted
Battery: 5000mAh battery
Charging: 66W wired
Colors: Cyan, Black

Honor Magic Vs Price in Nepal and Availability

The Magic Vs initially launched in China for a starting price of CNY 7,499 (~ USD 1,090) for the 8/256GB variant whereas it costs EUR 1,599 (~ USD 1,700) for the sole 12/512GB variant in Europe. It’s highly unlikely that Honor Magic Vs launches in Nepal but if it does, we expect its price to start at NPR 165,000.

Honor Magic Vs	Price in China	Price In Europe	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/256GB	CNY 7,499	N/A	NPR 165,000
12/256GB	CNY 7,999	N/A	NPR 175,000
12/512GB	CNY 8,999	EUR 1,599	NPR 200,000

Meanwhile, check out our long-term review of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 3.

Realme commercializes 240W charging with the new GT 3

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Mintu

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March 1, 2023

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Realme commercializes 240W charging with the new GT 3

Realme recently announced the GT Neo 5 in China as the fastest-charging smartphone with ridiculous 240W charging support. The very same phone is now launched with the Realme GT 3 moniker for the global market. And that makes it the successor to the Realme GT 2 from last year. So let’s get into the specifications, features, availability, and expected price of the Realme GT 3 in Nepal.

Realme GT 3 Overview:

240W Charging

To begin with, the GT 3 enjoys 240W fast charging. Dubbed #SpeedtotheMax, it gets all of the advancements in charging technology that the brand has made for the GT Neo 5—from a custom 12A charging cable to a 240W dual GaN mini charger.

This new solution implements a three-way 100W charge pump parallel design for converting 20V/12A power to 10V/24A. Realme has paired the charger with a 4,600mAh battery with three individual battery cells. Also, the charger has a charging conversion efficiency of up to 98.5%.

To ensure safety with such enormous power, the 240W brick has 13 real-time sensors. On top of that, the brand has used fireproof materials in the charging solution. TÜV Rheinland has also tested and approved the solution. As a result, the phone secures TÜV Rheinland Safe Fast-Charge System certification.

The GT3’s battery is termed to carry 80 percent of its maximum capacity even after 1,600 charge cycles. Unlike the Neo 5, the GT 3 doesn’t feature another 150W variant with a bigger 5000mAh battery for the global market.

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Performance

The smartphone shares the same Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 5G chip as the GT Neo 5. This TSMC-made 4nm SoC still packs a punch in terms of power and performance. It features one Cortex-X2 core at 3.19GHz, three Cortex-A710 cores at 2.75GHz, and four Cortex-A510 at 1.80GHz.

Moreover, the company has used a massive graphene phase-change cooling material that occupies a 6,580 sq. mm area; 61.5% of which is used to cover the battery, ensuring that the phone remains cool while charging at 240W. As expected, it also helps to maintain consistency during intensive tasks like gaming.

Likewise, the smartphone ships with Realme UI 4.0 built on top of Android 13. This Realme’s custom skin introduces new icons, card layouts, and AOD (Always on Display) styles as visual changes. The brand has also implemented Dynamic Computing Engine for improved performance and balance.

Design and Display

As a semi-flagship phone, the GT 3 boasts a glass sandwich design. The brand hasn’t specified if the device is treated with any kind of protection. But one of the notable things about the Realme GT 3 is its RGB LED rectangle on the rear side.

This “Pulse Interface” (as Realme calls it) acts as a notification light and is customizable for various apps. When using a 10-second countdown in the camera, the light will alternate between blue, white, and orange. Realme says you can customize the light with over 25 colors, two rhythm types, and five light speed modes.

The brand has effectively used this interface for charging too. The indicator turns red for 80 seconds (considering the battery status null), then pulses purple for about 7 minutes, after which it turns steady green as the battery is fully charged. The phone is available in three colors– White, Black, and Purple.

Furthermore, the GT 3 features a 6.74-inch 10-bit AMOLED display with a 144Hz refresh rate. The display has a 1.5K resolution, a 7-stage adaptive refresh rate support, and is HDR10+ certified too. Other features include a 1500Hz touch sampling rate and 100% DCIP color gamut support.

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Camera

As for the optics, Realme GT 3 sports a triple camera setup. Leading the pack is a 50MP 1/1.56″ Sony IMX890 sensor with OIS and an f/1.9 lens aperture. It’s followed by an f/2.2 8MP ultrawide lens with 112˚ FOV for those wider imageries and a 2MP macro unit. On the front, the punch-hole display houses a 16MP Samsung sensor for selfies and video calls.

Realme GT 3 Specifications:

Display: 6.7-inches AMOLED panel, 144Hz refresh rate, 1500Hz Touch Sampling, HDR 10+
Resolution: 1.5K (2772 x 1240 pixels)
Chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4nm TSMC)
Memory: Up to 16GB RAM, Up to 1TB Storage
Software & UI: Android 13 with Realme UI 4.0 on top
Rear Camera: Triple (with LED flash);
– 50MP Sony IMX890 primary sensor (OIS)
– 8MP ultra-wide camera, 112º FOV
– 2MP macro lens (4cm focus)
Front Camera: 16MP sensor (punch-hole cutout)
Battery: 4,600mAh
Charging: 240W Fast Charging

Realme GT 3 Price in Nepal and Availability

The GT 3 is priced at USD 649 for the 8/128GB variant. The brand has not yet revealed pricing for the other variants. If and when it launches here, we can expect the price of the Realme GT 3 in Nepal to commence from NPR 102,999.

Realme GT 3	Price (Starts From)	Price in Nepal (Expected)
8/128GB	USD 649	NPR 102,999

Meanwhile, check out our review of the Realme GT 2 Pro.

Realme 10 Review: A Good Ol’ Budget Phone

GadgetByte

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March 1, 2023

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Realme 10 Review: A Good Ol’ Budget Phone

The biggest gripe that I had with last year’s Realme 9 was its performance. I was really fond of the phone for its aesthetics, display, camera, and even battery life. Thus, when Realme started teasing this whole terminator thing I was really excited that they finally listened. But I had my skepticism too. It was already hard to find a perfect budget smartphone and in 2023 brands are looking for more ways to bring the cost down to fight the growing inflation. Fortunately for you, I have been using the Realme 10 for over a month now and I will guide you through all the ins and outs of the phone in this detailed review.

But before we begin the review, let’s quickly look at the official specifications of Realme 10.

Realme 10 Specifications:

Body: 73.3 x 159.9 x 7.95mm, 178gm, Plastic back/frames
Display: 6.4-inch Super AMOLED, 90Hz refresh rate, 360Hz touch sampling rate, 1000 nits peak brightness
Resolution: FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 20:9 aspect ratio
Chipset: MediaTek Helio G99 4G (6nm Mobile Platform)
Memory: 4/6GB RAM
Storage: 64/128GB UFS 2.2 storage
Software & UI: Realme UI 3.0 on top of Android 12
Rear Camera: Dual (50MP primary, 2MP depth)
Front Camera: 16MP (punch-hole)
Audio: Single speaker, 3.5mm headphone jack
Security: side-mounted fingerprint sensor
Battery: 5000mAh with 33W SuperVOOC charging
Price in Nepal: Rs. 29,999 (8/128GB)

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Realme 10 Review:

Performance

Octa-core MediaTek Helio G99 4G SoC (6nm)
6/8GB RAM, 128/256GB UFS 2.2 storage (expandable)

Let me begin with the performance—after all, it is the one aspect Realme has improved massively coming from the last gen. While we could not emulate the claimed 290,000 Antutu score and the resulting 40% performance improvement, we did get pretty close though.

	Realme 9 (Snapdragon 680)	Realme 10 (Claimed)	Realme 10 (Tested)
Antutu V9	278,000	390,000	382,0000
Performance Gain	N/A	~40%	~37%

When it comes to gaming, this generation-to-generation improvement is quite noticeable. In PUBG: Mobile, for example, even with Smooth graphics, Relame 9 was limited to 30fps. However, the Realme 10 now supports 40fps at Balanced graphics.

It also supports 60fps gameplay on Call of Duty Mobile—in multiplayer mode, that is. Sadly, I could not test the 60fps on Wild Rifit claim by Realme since the game is still in early access. But I did play the Mech Arena which was giving me around 80 fps on average with graphics set to high.

Moving on to higher-end games like Genshin Impact, the phone struggles even at the lowest graphics setting, resulting in frequent jitters and lags. But this is to be expected of a budget phone after all.

Software

Realme UI 3.0 based on Android 12
TÜV SÜD 36-Month Fluency Rating

The raw power of the MediaTek Helio G99 is well complemented by Realme’s software. The only two complaints I have here are the older Android 12 and the pre-installed bloatware— which are again common traits that we find in budget phones like this. That aside, from social media to gaming, Realme 10 handles everything you throw at it.

You can even low-key multi-task on this phone — just don’t expect to glide smoothly through 18 different apps as implied by the company. I actually tried it but a few of the apps out of the 10 that I tested required refreshing. And this was with 8GB of extended RAM enabled.

Realme also promises TUV SUD-certified 36-month fluency experience. Although I have not noticed any lags and stutters in my month’s usage, you should take it with a grain of salt like the multitasking claim.

Navigating through the system UI and apps is fluid thanks to the 90Hz refresh rate. The phone even dials back to 60Hz while displaying video content which makes the auto-select mode kind of redundant.

Design and Display

73.3 x 159.9 x 7.95mm, 178gm
Plastic back/frames
6.4-inch FHD sAMOLED
90Hz/360Hz refresh/touch sampling rate

Moving on the display hardware is pretty much the same as the one I praised last year. You get a 6.4-inch Super AMOLED panel with vibrant colors, deep contrast, and wide viewing angles. There is even Wideview L1 certification so binge-watching your favorite show on Netflix won’t be a problem.

Realme 10 has a down-firing speaker that can get very loud with the new 200% Ultra volume mode. But loudness can not compensate for the stereo effect of the dual speaker. So, I recommend getting a good pair of earbuds for the best audio experience.

Realme 10 Design

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There is even a 3.5mm headphone jack on the bottom next to the speaker and charging port if you like going old school. The top has the secondary mic and nothing else and the volume rockers and power button are on the right. The latter also doubles as a fingerprint scanner and it’s both fast and accurate.

As expected of a budget phone, Realme 10 sports an all-plastic build. The frames are flat and offer a secure grip. Overall the design is quite handy and you will not have a problem carrying it around in your pocket. This Clash White variant is eye candy too. I really like this glittery finish and as you can see the shiny effect shifts with the direct sunlight.

Cameras

Dual camera setup at the back
(50MP main, 2MP depth)
16MP selfie camera (hole-punch cutout)

There is no dedicated camera island this year and the two sensors stick directly out of the rear panel. Realme has gotten rid of the ultrawide camera as a cost-cutting measure and we are left with a gimmicky 2MP depth sensor accompanying the primary camera.

Even the 50MP primary camera is a massive change from last year’s 108MP shooter. Since the sensor size is reduced, Realme 10 resorts to artificial sharpening to make photos look detailed.

Primary Images

There are times the phone goes overboard with it and you get over-processed photos like this.

Overprocessed Images

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But you can get decent images under proper lighting conditions.

Daylight Images

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I personally like the close-up shots that I took with this phone.

Closeup Images

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Lowlight Images

Realme 10 suffers significantly under low light. Normal nighttime images are blurry and full of noise. Switching to the dedicated night mode fixes these issues to an extent but the details are still lacking.

Low-light Images

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Portraits

The portraits are pleasant to the eyes though you can notice imperfect edge detection on some.

Portraits

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Selfies

I would say similar things about selfies from the 16MP front camera. The facial tone looks a bit washed but the overall output looks okay-ish.

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Videography

As for videos, you can record up to 1080p 60fps videos with the Realme 10. But since it lacks any kind of stabilization the output is unremarkable.

Battery and Charging

5,000mAh battery, 33W SuperVOOC charging
0-100% in 75 minutes

Finally, let’s talk about battery life. Realme 10 packs a 5,000mAh battery that can easily get through a day. If you aren’t an avid user you can even extend it to 2 days. Likewise, it supports 33W fast charging and the included SuperVOOC charger can take the phone from 0 to 100% in just 75 minutes.

Realme 10 Review: Conclusion

Summarize the following: So, if you are looking for a reliable smartphone under Rs. 30,000, Realme 10 can be a good option. Realme has created a good-looking phone which doesn’t compromise on battery and performance. The 90Hz sAMOLED is also among the best in the segment. It does have its shortcoming, say the camera, mono speaker, and older software but it is hard to find a perfect phone at this price anyway

Watch our review of the Realme 10.

Realme 10 Review: Pros and Cons

Pros

Eye-catching design
Vibrant sAMOLED screen
Reliable performance
Decent battery life

Cons

No stereo speakers
Downgraded cameras
Stuck on Android 12